Hitlist: Around Town

Glasgow Festival of DIY CultureUntil Sun 27 Sep, times vary. Various times and venues, across Glasgow

Be Creative... and be your own Simon Cowell, as this series of Merchant City Festival-affiliated sessions let you record your own single. Easy on the topnotes there, Mariah. Creation Studios, 16 Trongate, Thu 24–Sun 27 Sep

Café ImprovFive hours of music, film and dance, including new compositions and unseen music film works. It’s all curated by Sushil Dade, and as it’s part of the Mental Health Arts and Film Festival, there are various takes on mental health woven into the programme. CCA, Glasgow, Sun 4 Oct

Suffragism As we run up to the 10th of October, the 100th anniversary of the historic Suffragette march through Edinburgh (look out for our feature next issue), there will be a spate of events from talks, dramatisations and discussion groups to banner-making workshops, in preparation for the anniversary march. Look for the Hitlist stars in the listings.Various dates and locations, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

We know that women are great, but it's nice to have a festival to celebrate their achievements in and contribution to arts, culture and society. This year coincides with International Women's Day which is lovely. As well as workshops and discussions, Friday sees performances from Lucy Duncombe, Liene Rozite and Julia…

Make like Tenacious D in the video for 'Tribute' and record your own single, although hopefully without Dave Grohl dressed as Satan getting in your way. First come first served; book on 0141 237 7653 or davidculbert@creation-studios.co.uk 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.

Craft evening with packs available to buy to get you started in making jewellery, home accessories and more, help on hand if needed and alcohol for inspiration. Held on the last Wednesday of every month. Email lareylou@yahoo.co.uk for more info.